Accounting Clerk

Taghleef Industries; Newark (DE); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health/prescription, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Taghleef Industries is seeking an Accounting Clerk in Newark, Delaware, to support our accounting department. The candidate will handle clerical and financial tasks, ensuring accurate processing of transactions and maintaining records.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and 1–3 years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping. Responsibilities include processing accounts payable and receivable, preparing journal entries, and reconciling bank statements.

This role offers standard business hours and the possibility of onsite or hybrid work arrangements.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or clerical experience.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Accounting principles (AP/AR, debits/credits)

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

SAP

Job description

The Accounting Clerk supports the accounting department by performing clerical and financial tasks, ensuring accurate processing of financial transactions, maintaining records, and assisting day‑to‑day accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve financial discrepancies
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Assist with invoicing, billing, and collections
• Review and verify invoices and expense reports
• Support month‑end and year‑end closing processes
• Enter data into accounting systems (QuickBooks, SAP or similar)
• Respond to vendor and internal inquiries regarding financial transactions
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate degree in Accounting or related field preferred
• 1–3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, or clerical experience
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (AP/AR, debits/credits)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity

Preferred Skills

• Experience with ERP/SAP systems
• Strong data entry accuracy and speed
• Good communication and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Typical office‑based (onsite or hybrid depending on company)
• Standard business hours with occasional overtime during close periods

Taghleef is a Drug Free Workplace – must pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check.

• Benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, health/prescription, dental and vision insurance, short and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance (additional coverage through payroll deductions), flexible spending accounts, company‑funded health savings accounts, fitness reimbursement, tuition assistance and 401(k) with a company match.
• Taghleef Industries is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other trait protected by law.